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CHINDWIN RIVER CRUISE
In 1998 we ran
our first Chindwin Reconnaissance. Despite the hazards of navigating
so untamed a river it proved a resounding success and we reached
the remote colonial outpost of Mawlaik. This unforgettable experience
has since been repeated annually. The Chindwin is the most scenic
of Burma's rivers with richly forested hills tumbling into the fast
muddy waters. We pass through gorges and defiles and even witness
whirlpools. Being a forgotten corner of Burma, we found the towns
and villages rich in historical vestiges with lavishly appointed
monasteries and temples.
Day One
Rangoon: check in to the Kandawagyi Palace Hotel (or equivalent).
City orientation tour followed by a visit the Shwedagon Pagoda
Day Two Fly to Pagan and board ship. Morning site seeing.
Afternoon sail to Pakokku.
Day Three Enter the Chindwin and explore Lower Chindwin area
Day Four Monywa, the largest port on the Chindwin, with bustling
docks and markets.
Day Five Explore the village of Kanee and climb the pagoda
hill for its view point
Day Six Arrive at the enchanting town of Mingkin to explore
temples and streets of old wooden houses
Day Seven We trek up the river bank to visit Gyi-taung-oo
village with the oldest wood carved monastery in Burma with fascinating
gold leaf wall decorations. Continue by foot or boat to see the
woodcarvings at Kin monastery
Day Eight Kalewa - the main river port for the India border
with its lively market
Day Nine Mawlaik - the British provincial capital with its
golf course surrounded by splendid colonial mansions. Hopefully
we will see working elephants
Day Ten Downstream with village stop and walk about. If time
permits we visit the cave paintings at Hpo-win-daung
Day Eleven Downstream to reach Monywa. Drive to Mandalay
by coach (4 hours). Overnight Sedona Hotel (or equivalent). Evening
site seeing in Mandalay.
Day Twelve Fly Rangoon, transfer to Kandawagyi Palace Hotel
(or equivalent).Visit Downtown area and Scott Market
Day Thirteen Morning visit to the war graves at Htauk-kyan.
Transfers for international departures
Departure
dates
Price:
£2,950 per person; single supplement £800 (Main Deck
Cabins)
Upper Deck Cabin Supplement: £400 per person
Price includes: ground handling, which includes: 2 nights
in a 4* hotel in Rangoon, all transfers, domestic flights, entrance
fees, guide services, all main meals, coffee and tea,
Price excludes: international flights, drinks at bar, laundry,
gratuity to crew.
Cruise only: deduct £250 per person or £300 if
single
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